From the editor, Monica Torres:
As a local Arts and Culture Writer since 2013, I have published articles in miamiartzine.com, The Miami New Times, ArtSlantStreet.com, ArtSlant.com, Cultist, and Tropicult.com. During this time, I have witnessed the local arts scene explode into a supernova. The Miami Renaissance, as I like to call it, is alive and strong,
Yet many of the underground artists, who sometimes burn the brightest, are often overlooked. On the other end, some of the most positive, philanthropic efforts of various organizations often go unnoticed in the mainstream media.
Feeling as though they should be given a voice and chronicled, not only for present-day artists but for the community of the future, I founded Miami Chronicles.
We are a nonprofit organization whose mission is to document the local arts and culture for future generations and to support the arts and cultural evolution in the community. The magazine offers a platform for local artists, activists, entrepreneurs, and other cultural engineers to express themselves and inspire others, while delivering current news.
We aim to document the cultural renaissance underway in Miami, particularly the art created in response to scientific evidence of an impending environmental crisis. Many young, conscious artists are leading the way in helping others live more compassionate and environmentally friendly lives.
Showing compassion for ourselves, for each other, and for all beings. We need to evolve, particularly in how we treat non-human animals, to prevent further environmental degradation.
The local arts scene is closely connected to activism, drawing attention to issues affecting our community. It’s a space where people can share their emotions healthily. We need to support safe spaces that enable creative expression in the community.
Art is a vehicle of cultural evolution. How else can we stand if not united? How else can we connect if we do not express? I challenge you to express yourself in The Magic City. I challenge you to evolve and create with awareness; without it, destruction happens.
If you are an artist, entrepreneur, or individual interested in sharing your story, please feel free to contact me at editor@miamichronicles.org
All material, writing, art, and photography is © copyright The Miami Chronicles Corporation as of the date published unless otherwise credited.
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